Episode 2 of 3
Opening in Elizabeth
- When
- 1747
- Where
- Elizabeth, New Jersey
In 1747, the college opened in Elizabeth, New Jersey, with Jonathan Dickinson elected as president and classes held in his parsonage.
Approximately five months after acquiring the charter, trustees elected Jonathan Dickinson as president. The college opened in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where classes were conducted in Dickinson's parsonage.
Sources
- Princeton University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-23
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